Buffalo Chicken and Cheddar Rice Recipe
Buffalo Chicken and Cheddar Rice is a flavorful one-pan dish featuring tender chicken tossed in spicy Buffalo sauce and mixed with creamy cheddar rice. This easy recipe combines bold flavors for a quick and satisfying meal perfect for weeknight dinners or game day!
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: One-Pan, Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten Free
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb chicken breast, diced
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 cup long-grain rice
- 2 cups chicken broth
- 1/2 cup Buffalo sauce
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/4 cup cream cheese
- 1/4 cup green onions, chopped
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1/4 cup blue cheese crumbles (optional for garnish)
Instructions
- In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add diced chicken, season with salt and pepper, and cook until browned, about 5-7 minutes. Remove and set aside.
- In the same skillet, add rice and toast for 1-2 minutes.
- Stir in chicken broth and Buffalo sauce, bringing it to a simmer. Cover and cook for 15-18 minutes, until rice is tender and liquid is absorbed.
- Stir in cheddar cheese and cream cheese until melted and creamy.
- Add cooked chicken back to the skillet, mixing to combine.
- Garnish with green onions and blue cheese crumbles (if using), and serve hot.
Notes
For a milder dish, reduce the amount of Buffalo sauce or use a mix of Buffalo sauce and ranch dressing. You can also swap chicken breast for ground chicken or turkey for a different texture.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (approx. 1 1/2 cups)
- Calories: 480
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 1200mg